The proposed bill authorizes law enforcement officers in South Dakota to temporarily detain individuals whom they reasonably suspect of committing a crime. Under the new provisions, officers are permitted to stop individuals in public places and demand their name, as well as request their address and date of birth. The bill stipulates that the detention must not exceed sixty minutes and should not extend beyond the immediate vicinity of the initial stop unless an arrest is made.
Additionally, the bill establishes a penalty for individuals who knowingly or intentionally refuse to provide their name when requested by an officer, classifying such refusal as a Class 2 misdemeanor. This legislation aims to enhance law enforcement's ability to address potential criminal activity while ensuring that the rights of individuals are respected during the detention process.